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We Will Rock You premiers in Wellington Tungsten Projects, a Wellington-based company specialising in lighting design and systems as well as event production and management, was founded by Will Smith in 2020. He joined forces with Sam Lovell, who had returned to New Zealand from Macau, following the closure of renowned production The House of Dancing Water, “As with many …
The Corner Hotel in Richmond, Victoria is one of Melbourne’s most popular and respected medium-sized rock venues. Next year they celebrate 30 years in its present form however it has been a pub since the 19th century and a live music venue since the 1940s. Paul Martin has been providing production for the venue since 1995 and although he is …
New vision technology, like the AV Stumpfl Pixera Four Media Server, is constantly opening up more innovative possibilities for live events. AVE® Technical Project Manager, Daniel Quinn talks about the benefits of using the Pixera Four Media server at the 2024 APAC BigSummit. On September 24th, AVE® helped deliver the 2024 APAC BigSummit at the Museum of Contemporary Art at …
Based in Orange, NSW, Centrestate Sound & Lighting frequently provides production for events held all over the glorious countryside of that region. Many of those events are held where the technical infrastructure is somewhat lacking and so battery-powered equipment can be a lifesaver. With this in mind, Allan Brown, managing director of Centrestate, purchased a case of Prolights Smart BatWash, …
Hobart’s Playhouse Theatre has a long and colourful history. Since it purchased the building in 1937, the Hobart Repertory Theatre Society has maintained The Playhouse, carrying out extensive renovations and improvements to this fine old building. The Playhouse has seen hundreds of productions and has been the training ground for dozens of actors, directors and playwrights who have gone on …
For 27 years, the Foxtel Group’s Main Event pay-per-view destination has broadcast all the unmissable fights bringing World Champions to the fore as well as new and emerging talent. So when Paul Nardella of On Track Lighting was recently contracted to light No Limit Boxing’s latest bouts for Foxtel, he knew he had to get it right. Paul has around …
From when I was a total upstart in the industry I admired Emmanuel and Showtech’s support and the tight relationship he had with Gino at his Perth company AVLA, where I first started. I still remember feeling like a rockstar when EZ flew us over for a Martin conference and I received training on the Case console. I loved the …
Audio Visual Events recently purchased sixteen Claypaky Mini-B Spots – the tiny “fixtures” with a powerful, energy-efficient moving and static beam. AVE® wanted to invest in ultra-compact moving headlights that offer more creative flexibility in various venues without compromising performance. As AVE® provides both production and dry-hire services, they need to stay up to date with innovative lighting products that …
Starlite, a leading production and hire company renowned for its commitment to top-tier lighting solutions, recently bolstered its inventory by adding Martin MAC Viper XIP fixtures. The Starlite team was first captivated by the MAC Viper XIP’s potential at a Martin Technology preview held at Show technology Melbourne. The decision, they assert, was a natural one. Building upon the legacy …
An exciting launch for the new Martin Viper XIP drew amazing crowds to Show Technology’s Sydney showroom last week. Clients came to Sydney from across Australia and New Zealand to take part in a professional event which showcased exciting new products from the Martin lighting stable, but the main attraction was the Viper XIP, a new legend in the making. …
